From Liam Rosenior’s perfect start at Chelsea, to new elite duos in the Premier League, to clubs that went all-in on youth this January, we analyse the players, projects, and philosophies that will define football over the next decade.

Episode 23 Timestamps

00:00:00 – Intro

00:01:25 – Liam Rosenior’s Dream Start at Chelsea! Big early results, tactical identity, the Aaron Anselmino situation, and Chelsea’s potential future centre-back partnership.

00:13:40 – Why Hugo Ekitike & Florian Wirtz could become one of Europe’s most dominant attacking pairings.

00:16:40 – Bournemouth & Lyon Went FULL BOLD! Two clubs that trusted youth during the January transfer window — and why this strategy could redefine their future.

00:27:10 – Dro Fernández Transfer Breakdown to PSG

00:30:55 – The Centre-Back With Ballon d’Or Potential! A Croatian genius with elite ball-playing ability and generational upside.

00:35:40 – More Wonderkids Close to Big Moves: Stanković, Karetsas, and the next wave of talents about to explode onto the elite stage.

00:40:37 – The Most Underrated Midfielder in the Premier League Elite intelligence, positional mastery, and zero mainstream hype — for now.

00:44:50 – A Massive Moment for Portuguese Football!

00:54:03 – Barcelona’s New Egyptian Striker & Ballon d’Or Talk. Hamza Abdelkarim signs for Barça + is this Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or season?

01:00:00 – Outro

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The 2026 World Cup is coming… and the next generation is already loading.

In this episode, we break down the best wonderkid in each group — from “future Ballon d’Or” level talents to under-the-radar gems who could explode on the biggest stage.

Who’s your pick for Wonderkid of the Tournament? Drop it in the comments

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Episode 22 Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro: The Best Wonderkid in Every 2026 World Cup Group

00:00:50 - Group A: Gilberto Mora vs Mbokazi — who’s really the best prospect?

00:03:14 - Group B: Switzerland’s breakout wonderkid you NEED on your radar

00:04:20 - Group C: The potential best youngster of the entire tournament in this group

00:10:10 - Group D: Australia chasing a Roma wonderkid + USMNT wonderkids to watch

00:14:15 - Group E: Hidden gems & future stars — don’t sleep on this group

00:17:30 - Group F: Netherlands’ next wave — it’s time to trust the youth

00:20:05 - Group G: Belgium’s CB who could surprise EVERYONE

00:22:00 - Group H: Spain’s wonderkid factory takes over this group

00:25:40 - Group I: Norway’s history shot… but AFCON winners + France stand in the way

00:29:45 - Group J: From Como to the World Cup — Argentina’s new generation arrives

00:31:20 - Group K: João Neves leads the charge — midfield boss in the making

00:34:05 - Group L: Vušković is ready to Go Bold on the biggest stage

00:35:15 - Outro: Final picks + quick question

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FC Wonderkid Podcast — Episode 121

In this episode of the FC Wonderkid Podcast, we react to the shock sacking of Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid, debate where he should coach next, and break down Chelsea’s ongoing rebuild — including whether Liam Rosenior could be the right man for the job.

We also discuss a surprise Rayan to Bournemouth transfer rumour, dive into Manchester City’s bold transfer strategy, and wrap up with final predictions on deals that could still happen.

Episode 21 Timestamps

00:00 — Intro

00:53 — Xabi Alonso Sacked by Real Madrid: Immediate Reaction

11:36 — Where Should Xabi Alonso Coach Next?

17:03 — Chelsea Rebuild: Is Liam Rosenior the Right Fit?

30:06 — Rayan to Bournemouth?! Transfer Rumour Breakdown

35:21 — Manchester City Go Bold Again This Transfer Window

41:11 — Final Thoughts & Last-Minute Wonderkid Transfer Predictions

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